I installed updates for Acrobat Reader, Flash, and Shockwave. Even though I did not ask for Acrobat_Com.exe or Air to be installed on my computer, they were. I expect this kind of crap from less reputable companies, but not Adobe. It wasn't bad enough that you advertized Adobe Air while I was installing the other products, but then you had to install it even though I expressly chose NOT to install it?

If you want me to try some product, tell me about it and why I would want it. But I have way too much unasked for crap already to have it be installed during the installation of another product - WITHOUT EVEN BEING TOLD ABOUT IT.

So here is the question: What EXACTLY is Acrobat_com.exe and is it required for Reader, Flash or Shockwave in any way or was it just installed so that some markerting **** at Adobe could get a promotion?

I'm sorry to hear you were taken by surprise with the installation of the Acrobat.com AIR application. The Acrobat.com AIR app is currently bundled with Adobe Reader to provide you with an easy way to share your PDF files with Acrobat.com. The application is included with Reader simply as an option for increased interactivity with your PDF files, but is not required for Reader to open PDF files. It can be uninstalled easily by going to Add/Remove Programs in the Control Panel (on Windows) or dragging it to the trash (on Mac). We apologize for any inconvenience it has caused you.

Thank you for posting. At this time, we are recommending that all Acrobat.com users access the service through a browser. We apologize for any inconvenience, and will let you know when there is more information.